US and Russia agree to cut arms
The US and Russia have signed a preliminary deal to cut back their stockpiles of nuclear weapons.
Soldiers killed in Afghanistan named
Two of the latest British casualties in Afghanistan have been named by the Ministry of Defence.
Jackson memorial tickets banned on eBay
The draw for tickets for the Michael Jackson memorial service has taken place.
Video shows Michael Jackson's ghost?
Michael Jackson fans are convinced that his ghost has been captured on a video shot at his Neverland home.
Scores die at Muslim rally in China
Violence at a Muslim rally in China has left 156 people dead and more than 800 injured.
Iran releases British embassy worker
One of the last two British embassy workers being held in Iran has been released.
Coffee 'may reverse Alzheimer's'
A few cups of coffee a day may help ward off the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, new research suggests.
Brown and Sarkozy in economy call
Gordon Brown has called on world leaders to complete "radical reforms" on the economy as agreed at the G20 summit in April.
Disney worker killed in monorail crash
A train operator was killed in Disney World's Magic Kingdom after two monorails collided.
North Korea 'test-fires five rockets'
North Korea has test-fired five missiles, South Korea's defence ministry has said.
Sarah Palin to resign as Alaskan Governor
Former vice-presidential running mate Sarah Palin has said she will resign and will not run for re-election as Alaskan Governor.
Plea over kidnapped charity workers
An Irish charity whose aid workers were kidnapped in Darfur has appealed for their safe return.
Brown attacks Burmese leaders
Gordon Brown attacked Burma's leaders after they refused to let UN Secretary General Ban Ki Moon meet opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
Barman jailed over teen's death
A barman has been jailed for serving at least 44 shots of tequila that killed a 16-year-old German boy during a faked drinking contest.